Washtech AL Operator's Manual

AL

Operator Manual

AL Premium Passthrough Dishwasher

WARNING

Before installation and commissioning, you must read the safety instructions and
warnings carefully and all the warning labels attached to the equipment.

IMPORTANT

Failure to comply (even partially) with the instructions given in this manual will
invalidate the product warranty and relieves the manufacturer of any responsibility.

IMPORTANT

The alteration of machine operation, design or the replacement of parts not
approved by the manufacturer may void warranties and approvals.

We have checked that the contents of this document correspond to the model described. There may be
discrepancies nevertheless, and no guarantee can be given that they are completely identical. The information
contained in this document is reviewed regularly and any necessary changes will be included in the next
edition. We welcome suggestions for improvement.

Document subject to change without prior notice.

Information supplied in this manual is copyright. No part of this work may be reproduced or copied in any
form or by any means, electronic or mechanical without the express permission of the author / publisher.

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Safety Instructions

WARNING

Equipment contains dangerous voltages and can be hazardous if installed or
operated incorrectly. Non-compliance with Warnings or failure to follow the
instructions contained in this manual can result in loss of life, severe personal
injury or serious damage to property.

Installation

 Use qualified, skilled personnel
 Follow installation instructions
 Connect to correct voltage and supply current
 Provide fully accessible Electrical Isolation Switch & water supply valves

Training and Supervision

 Read and Understand the Operating instructions and train all staff
 This appliance must not be operated by children or infirm persons
 Machine panels must only be removed by suitably qualified and trained

personnel – internal hazards include live electrics and very hot surfaces

 This appliance is not intended for use as a stepladder

Hot Surfaces

 Some surfaces may be hot or very hot

Chemicals

 Commercial dishwashing detergents are hazardous – handle with care
 Read and follow the safety information found on the labels of detergent

containers and Material Safety Data Sheets

 Use protective eyewear and clothing if decanting containers

Hot Water

 Do not put hands in wash water which may be over 60°C and contain

hazardous caustic detergent

 Rinse water can be over 90°C
 Door safety switches are designed for emergency use only

Cleaning

 Do not hose down the machine or splash water over the exterior
 Watch for broken glass etc when cleaning the inside of the machine

Service/Repair

 Under no circumstances the user should attempt to carry out repairs
 All service/repair work must be carried out by qualified personnel only

Installation

WARNING

Installer must be suitably qualified and ensure compliance with all codes and
standards including AS/NZS3500.1.

Failure to comply even partially with installation instructions may void the
warranty.

Positioning

Unpack machine, check for damage and complete delivery. Install machine on sound
waterproof self-draining floor and use adjustable feet to level machine.
Allow room for detergent to one side of machine or in adjacent cupboard. 20litre
container requires about 450H x 250W x 350D, but smaller containers are available
from many suppliers.

Benchwork

Refer Bench Details diagram. In corner installations the front of the machine must
face to the left of the corner. In corner installations high or angled bench return off
wall may clash with door handle. Level and secure machine and benches. Adjust to
ensure smooth travel of rack through machine.

Water Supply

Hot water temperature 65°C ± 5°C

Connection 20 mm (3/4" BSP Male)

Flow rate minimum 15 litres per minute
Consumption per cycle 3 litres approximately
Backflow prevention Dual Check Valve fitted standard
Pressure 100-350 KPa

Above this range fit pressure limiter. Don’t use small diameter plastic supply lines.
FLUSH supply line before connection. Poor quality supply or excessive water hardness
may affect performance or damage machine – filtration and/or softening is
recommended.

Waste

Drain pump hose connection.

Power

Machine requires 3 Phase, Neutral and Earth, 400/415V, 50Hz, 15A/ph, permanently
wired via wall switch mounted adjacent to machine.

Detergent

Insert detergent pump inlet hose into container of commercial low foam detergent.
The detergent hoses will be primed during filling of the wash tank.
Detergent pump is set to run continuously during filling of the machine. It is also set
to operate for 15 seconds at the beginning of the wash cycle. This time can be
adjusted by the keypad controller. Press both Up and Down keys of the keypad for a
few seconds to access the User Setting menu and follow onscreen instructions.

Rinse Aid

Insert injector inlet hose into rinse aid container. Check amount of fluid rising up
inside pipe during pulse at start of rinse cycle. Rotate adjusting screw clockwise to
reduce flow and anticlockwise to increase flow.

Installation Checklist

Complete attached Installation Checklist to ensure machine is installed and running
correctly, and operator is familiar with operating procedures.

Troubleshooting

If machine doesn’t fill after switching on power, check & ensure that hot water supply
tap is open and water supply pressure is not below specification.

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Installation Checklist

CHECK OK / NOTES

Delivery
Supplied complete no transit damage
Position
Level and stable on sound, waterproof, self draining floor
Water
Isolator valve fitted Accessible, all fittings sound, no leaks
DCVs fitted (Washtech only) Correct direction
Temperature 65 ± 5°C
Flow rate Minimum 15 litres per minute
Pressure 100-350 kpa, limiter fitted if above this range
Cold water when required Pressure not above 350 kpa
Hardness Filter or softening if required
Power
Isolating switch Fitted, functional and accessible
Supply as specified Voltage, current, circuit breaker
Waste
Usually 40 mm Sound, no leaks
Air gap on pumped drain
Chemicals
product name container no leaks primed conc.OK
Detergent
Rinse Aid
Machine operation
Run several cycles
Confirm correct operation Including correct fill levels
Operator training

Confirm Operator has copy of Operator Manual and is familiar with procedures

Start-up Model / Serial
Pre-rinse and racking Owner
Machine operation Location
Drain Technician
Clean Date
Shut-down Signed

Dishwashing Procedures for best results

Note: these are general instructions to assist in getting the best performance from Washtech dishwashers –
some comments and / or illustrations may not apply to every unit.

Installation

Read the Operator Manual. Correct installation, including an adequate supply of
water at the correct temperature and pressure is essential for effective operation of
your machine. Refer installation instructions for details. Drain hose outlet height
is important on some models. Always install on a sound self-draining floor.
Water softening is recommended in hard water areas - especially for glasswashing.

Pre-rinsing

Pre-scraping of dishes is required by hygiene regulations.
The best method is to pre-rinse with a pre-rinse spray unit ­or alternatively by scraping or dunking in water.

Cutlery Procedures

Pre-soak cutlery in warm water, preferably containing cutlery
pre-soak compound - refer your chemical supplier.

Do not overfill cutlery containers. Cutlery should be loose with
handles down. Sort after washing rather than before. Cutlery
of only one type nests together and obscures wash water.

Racking Procedures

Do not overload racks, minimize the overlap
of crockery. Cycle times are short and water
consumption per cycle low - so there is no
advantage in overloading racks.

Cycle Times

For multi-cycle machine use the longest cycle whenever. Note
that water consumption does not increase with longer cycles.
Only choose shorter, faster cycles when necessary.

Detergent

Use of correct type and quantity of low foaming commercial grade
detergent is essential to the performance of the machine. We
strongly recommend that you use a professional dishmachine
chemical supplier - and will be pleased to recommend a supplier in
your region. Discuss with them the use of cutlery pre-soak
solution, detergent and drying agent.

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Dishwashing Procedures for best results

Drying

Single tank commercial dishwashers do not have a drying
cycle. However, the machines do rinse at high temperatures
which promote fast drying particularly when drying agents are
used. We recommend prompt removal of the rack from the
machine - leave the rack on the bench for 2 to 3 minutes
before emptying. This time will be reduced with correct use
of drying agent (rinse fluid) which reduces water surface
tension and allows water to drain quickly from washware.
For advice on drying agents and injectors refer to your
chemical supplier.

Daily Cleaning

It is essential that the machine is drained and cleaned at the end of each day. Drain
the machine then remove, clean and replace filters as per the operating
instructions. Regularly check the wash and rinse jets and clean them if necessary –
see below.

Regular Cleaning

Remove filter basket, scrap tray and rinse or brush clean.

Remove wash and rinse arms by undoing the central
thumbscrews. If necessary, remove the end cap screws
from the rinse arms and the end screws from the wash
arms and flush the arms with water and/or use a toothpick or
paperclip to clear jets.

Note: arms and filters vary with model and may appear
different from this illustration e.g. those models with plastic
wash arms have removable jets for ease of cleaning.

Regular Servicing

Regular servicing is essential for optimum performance and
long machine life. Maintenance is recommended at least
once every six months – especially when chemical injectors
are fitted.

Please contact Moffat or your Authorised Service Provider
to organize regular servicing of the dishwasher - discuss a
Preventative Maintenance Agreement.

Note: these are general instructions to assist in getting the best performance from Washtech dishwashers –
some comments and / or illustrations may not apply to every unit.

AL Operating Instructions

Start up

Fit scrap trays, filter tube and basket, and shut door.
Turn wall power switch on and press machine ON/OFF Button for 1 second.
START/STOP button glows white and machine fills automatically.
Machine starts heating when wash tank is full.
START/STOP button glows orange while heating.
START/STOP button glows green when machine ready for operation.

Operation

Select Light, Medium, Heavy or Manual cycle by pressing UP or DOWN keys.
Light, Medium and Heavy cycles correspond to 40, 60 and 90 seconds cycles
accordingly.
Load rack into machine and shut door to start the cycle.
The START/STOP button glows red while machine operates.
Pressing the START/STOP button during operation will terminate the cycle.
When red light goes out, cycle is complete.

If Manual cycle is selected machine will continue washing until START/STOP
button is pressed. The following rinse will complete the cycle.
Remove rack. Close door.

NOTE: The cycle time might be longer than specified if hot water supply
temperature is below required.

Shut down every night

Select Drain cycle by pressing UP or DOWN keys.
Close door to start the drain cycle.
If door is shut, press START/STOP button to start draining.
Machine will drain for 100 seconds with a cleaning rinse in a middle of cycle.
When drain & clean are complete machine will go in to standby mode.
Remove filter basket and tube, scrap trays and rinse clean.
Replace scrap trays and filters.

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high quality at all times.

In line with policy to continually develop and improve
its products, Washtech reserves the right to change
specifications and design without notice.

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